Local environmental quality in Caernarfon has benefitted from an improvement project funded by Gwynedd Council’s Tidy Towns scheme.
An alleyway to the rear of Bridge Street, Caernarfon, had unfortunately been a waste and rubbish “hotspot” for years. But all that has been changed, as site clearance and a new tarmac surface will ensure that the alley in Caernarfon can more easily be maintained and swept, as well as being monitored by the Council’s street enforcement officers.
The alleyway had been an unmade road surface, which was compounded by access problems and illegal tipping which made it more difficult to keep clear of waste. The new surface will be a lot easier to keep clean and will also improve access to the rear of shops.
Jonathan Neale, Gwynedd Council’s Tidy Towns Officer, said: “I am very pleased that Tidy Towns has enabled the Council and its partners to improve the appearance of this long-standing town centre eyesore.
“We hope that these improvements will ensure that the site is kept clear of litter and waste. Fly-tipping is a serious environmental crime, and in extreme cases, those found guilty can face a fine of up to £50,000 or even face a spell in prison.”
The Tidy Towns grant has been made possible by funding from the Welsh Government’s environmental improvement programme and Gwynedd Council works in partnership with Keep Wales Tidy.
For more information about Gwynedd Council’s Tidy Towns scheme or to report and instance of fly-tipping in Gwynedd, contact the Council’s Street Enforcement Team on 01766 771000.
